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Superintendent Field Operations

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
Washington D.C
Closing date
Aug 21, 2022

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Industry
Delivery and Transportation
Function
Operations / Logistics
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Job Details

Minimum Qualifications:

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, Public Administration or a related field
  • In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a high school diploma or equivalency (GED) and four (4) years' experience in various facets of rapid rail transit operations

Experience
  • A minimum of seven (7) years' experience in various facets of rapid rail transit operations, to include recent experience as a supervisor/manager of a rapid rail transit maintenance or operational function

Certification/Licensure
  • Possession of a valid Maryland, Virginia or District of Columbia motor vehicle operator's license from jurisdiction of residence


Preferred
  • N/A

Medical Group:

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Mission Essential Designation
  • In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

Job Summary:

The Superintendent Field Operations/OCC has primary responsibility for effectively directing and managing and coordinating the line functions of train and station operations for a major segment of the railroad. Segments include yards and terminals; revenue line functions of train and station operations from the Operations Control Center (OCC), or Branch day-to-day administrative activities. The accountability includes personnel, labor relations, budget correspondence, and administrative activities. The incumbent advises Rail Transportation (RTRA) Leadership and, as necessary, other offices of the Authority on matters concerning rail operations, practices, procedures, policies and strategies, OCC activities, resolution of operating problems, implementation of schedule changes and emergency contingency plans.

The Superintendent Field Operations/OCC also assists in developing, implementing and modifying, as necessary, rail operating procedures and techniques to ensure that operations are conducted efficiently, safely, and in alignment with accepted transit practices and guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Manages all aspects of budget preparation and execution for line, train, station or OCC operations. Ensures activities of the train and station operations on the Line or OCC are administered on a sound fiscal basis. Prepares periodic and long-range forecasts for budgeting and other management purposes.
  • Assists in managing goals, objectives, productivity, specified work standards, priorities, compliance and all rail transportation analyses to ensure all activities are accomplished efficiently, safely, economically, and conform with assigned mission, goals and objectives.
  • In conjunction with the Assistant General Superintendent or General Superintendent, prepares the next fiscal year budgetary detail for submission to management and Board of Directors. Assists in executing the approved budget and preparing and presenting oral and written reports and recommendations to Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) management, Board committees and Board of Directors.
  • Provides, as necessary, required rail transportation support for start-up activities, contractor operations, car acceptance and testing activities.
  • Assists in developing effective and timely plans, policies, procedures, operating rules and regulations for accomplishing WMATA's rail transportation mission. Publishes supporting documents as required. May prepare and maintain current contingency plans for special events and emergencies.
  • Attends and participates in meetings, hearings and high-level planning sessions, within and outside of the Authority, that are pertinent to the execution of the functional responsibilities of the Rail Transportation Branch.
  • Reviews, in collaboration with the Assistant General Superintendent and appropriate DECO offices, blueprints, drawings and plans (for relevant items such as yards, stations and track layouts pertaining to future expansion of the railroad), for operational adequacy and makes recommendations for modifications necessary to provide efficient rail services.
  • Assists in establishing and maintaining communications and liaison with appropriate agencies and top managers at other transit properties to facilitate effective accomplishments of the rail transportation program.
  • Responsible for significant personnel actions such as promotions, demotions, disciplinary actions and grievance proceedings. May participate in labor/management negotiations and proceedings by serving as a resource on matters within areas of responsibility, as required.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
  • Represents the Authority at APTA and similar national and local conferences, as required. May visit other transit properties to observe and possibly incorporate other methods to operate a more efficient and safer railroad.
  • Performs special assignments specified by the Assistant General Superintendent or General Superintendent, Rail Transportation and other related duties as required.
  • Exercises leadership in the supervision over the personnel and activities of the train and station operations for a major segment of the railroad, e.g., Red Line, Orange/Blue Line, Green and Yellow Line.
  • Evaluates and analyzes the performance of train and station revenue operations as well as other principal segments of the Line gathered from all sources to include Rail Transportation Operating Summary Reports, Metrorail Station Equipment Status Reports, Transit Car Availability Reports, Labor Summary Reports, Accident/Injury Reports, Vital Signs and Personnel Certification Status Records, and recommends action to be taken to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Develops and implements budgetary controls and staffing strategies to minimize unplanned overtime expenditures.
  • Reviews system performance and recommends appropriate adjustments to ensure proper schedule adherence is maintained.
  • Assists in providing comprehensive training, certification and recertification requirements for all Rail Transportation employees assigned to his/her Line and assists in providing operations certificate requirements for all WMATA personnel.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Personal interview
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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